Municipal Court Operations Specialist

City of Clemson, SC; Clemson (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Holidays

Medical plans

Retirement plans

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Job summary

The City of Clemson, SC is seeking a dedicated clerical professional to support the Municipal Court under limited supervision. This role handles case documents, payments, scheduling, and customer inquiries, ensuring smooth court operations and accurate records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience. Proficiency with office equipment and court software is preferred, along with strong attention to detail and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with typing coursework and general office practices.
• Two years of clerical, secretarial, paralegal or administrative experience.
• Ability to handle court documents and operate office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the orderly flow of court proceedings.
• Serve as backup for other staff as needed.
• Examine court documents for accuracy and sufficiency.
• Process dispositions and sentences in the court management system.
• Prepare and maintain court dockets for upcoming dates.
• Receive payments, issue receipts, and balance daily settlements.
• Answer inquiries in person, by e-mail, and by phone.
• Act as liaison between court, public, and other parties.
• Provide customer service without giving legal advice.
• Process applications for alternative sentencing programs.
• Record dispositions, court orders, and arrange payments of fees.
• Notify solicitor's office of cases heard in General Sessions.
• Assist in handling correspondence for the department.
• Operate office equipment and court software.

Skills

Clerical skills

Typing

Office administration

Customer service

Paralegal knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Word processing software

Court case management software

10-key calculator

Job description

The City of Clemson, SC is seeking a dedicated clerical professional to support the Municipal Court under limited supervision. This role handles case documents, payments, scheduling, and customer inquiries, ensuring smooth court operations and accurate records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of related experience. Proficiency with office equipment and court software is preferred, along with strong attention to detail and reliability.